I have been mulling over your post, especially the third point made by Holly Howard, because it is what comes up in my mind all the time. It really gave me a jolt of recognition! I have earmarked the podcast ( I didn't know of it) and am now pondering extending my acrylic inks...Thank you for such a stimulating post and hope the week's work goes well.
Thank you Deborah - glad you found the post inspiring and interesting!! Yes, for years I had a voice in my head telling me what I should be doing or not, as the case may be. Lately, when I've caught myself being dictatorial, I turn it around and ask myself, 'who says that I shouldn't be doing X?' Sometimes it works!! Have fun with ink - let me know how you get on!!
Carolyn. such a sweet post. i’m currently in the throes of grief with the loss of my best friend in the whole wide world and was more like family and i along with my husband were the caregivers , the death of my husband’s 99yo uncle and another 92yo friend within a week. i’m so looking toward getting back in my work space this winter to lose my grief and work thru things in my head. i hope that will help and not frustrate me as i cannot lose “the got to produce something” mind set.
I’m looking forward to seeing what changes appear in your work.
Oh Sherry, I'm so sorry for your losses - to have three in such a short space of time is a lot to contend with. It took me a while to get back to painting after losing my parents, but even just pottering in my studio helped me feel 'normal', even if just for a short time. And I know exactly what you mean about the 'got to produce something' mindset; it's a work in progress for me, just to let go and play with no expectations, and not worry about all the materials I'm 'wasting'. Not that it is a waste, as I'm learning something every time, even if it's more what I don't like... Take care, sending love and hugs across the water, Carolyn
I have been mulling over your post, especially the third point made by Holly Howard, because it is what comes up in my mind all the time. It really gave me a jolt of recognition! I have earmarked the podcast ( I didn't know of it) and am now pondering extending my acrylic inks...Thank you for such a stimulating post and hope the week's work goes well.
Thank you Deborah - glad you found the post inspiring and interesting!! Yes, for years I had a voice in my head telling me what I should be doing or not, as the case may be. Lately, when I've caught myself being dictatorial, I turn it around and ask myself, 'who says that I shouldn't be doing X?' Sometimes it works!! Have fun with ink - let me know how you get on!!
I am cross that I listen to it! Now to decide what new colours to have…
This is a very sensitive description of feelings that resonate with me on many fronts. Thank-you for sharing them, Frances
You're very welcome Frances - it helps to know that we're not the only ones who feels like it at times doesn't it! Have a good week, Carolyn
Carolyn. such a sweet post. i’m currently in the throes of grief with the loss of my best friend in the whole wide world and was more like family and i along with my husband were the caregivers , the death of my husband’s 99yo uncle and another 92yo friend within a week. i’m so looking toward getting back in my work space this winter to lose my grief and work thru things in my head. i hope that will help and not frustrate me as i cannot lose “the got to produce something” mind set.
I’m looking forward to seeing what changes appear in your work.
have a great weekend,
Sherry
Oh Sherry, I'm so sorry for your losses - to have three in such a short space of time is a lot to contend with. It took me a while to get back to painting after losing my parents, but even just pottering in my studio helped me feel 'normal', even if just for a short time. And I know exactly what you mean about the 'got to produce something' mindset; it's a work in progress for me, just to let go and play with no expectations, and not worry about all the materials I'm 'wasting'. Not that it is a waste, as I'm learning something every time, even if it's more what I don't like... Take care, sending love and hugs across the water, Carolyn